1978 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 15 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 430 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Debonair | 312 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
