1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Corolla | 312 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
