1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 1999 Honda Capa is newer by 33 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Capa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Wartburg | Honda |
| Model | 312 | Capa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
