1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1971 Nissan Sunny is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Sunny | 312 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
