1978 Toyota Celica vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 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 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Celica | 312 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 900 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
