1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 27 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Ascona | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
