1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1963 Wartburg 312

To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 22 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 15 kg more than 1963 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Honda Prelude 1963 Wartburg 312
Make Honda Wartburg
Model Prelude 312
Year Released 1985 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1829 cc 900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 107 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 975 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 43 L


 

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