1983 Opel Monza vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 25 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 400 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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Monza | 312 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
