1977 Honda Civic vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic.
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, 1964 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Civic | 312 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 43 L |
