1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 90 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Space Wagon | 312 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
