1984 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Wartburg 312 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Suzuki Jimny | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Wartburg |
| Model | Jimny | 312 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
