1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,376 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Galant | 312 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1376 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
