1986 Subaru XT vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 318 kg more than 1965 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 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | XT | 312 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
