1985 Subaru Rex vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Subaru Rex is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 312 (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Rex | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | Rex | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
