1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Holden Barina (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Wartburg | Holden |
| Model | 312 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
