1973 Honda Z vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Honda Z is newer by 7 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 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 312 (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. 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, 1966 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Z | 312 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |
