1982 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Scirocco | 312 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
