1982 Toyota Celica vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 216 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Celica | 312 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
