1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 47 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 447 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
| Model | 312 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
