1965 Wartburg 312 vs. 1986 Holden Astra
To start off, 1986 Holden Astra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Astra (70 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Holden Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Holden Astra (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 1986 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Wartburg 312 | 1986 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Wartburg | Holden |
| Model | 312 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
