1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 46 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Wartburg | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 312 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
