1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 2 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 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 174 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Corvair | 312 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
