1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 441 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Wartburg | Volkswagen |
| Model | 312 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
