1981 Toyota Celica vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Celica | 312 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 992 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 970 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 |
