1986 Nissan Silvia vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1986 Nissan Silvia is newer by 20 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1966 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, 1986 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Silvia | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Silvia | 312 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
