1974 Honda 1300 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1974 Honda 1300 is newer by 16 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 1,298 cc, 1974 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda 1300 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | 1300 | 312 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 992 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2460 mm |