1982 Austin Marina vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 24 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Marina (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Marina | 312 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
