1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 15 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Bluebird | 312 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
