1988 Holden Barina vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | Barina | 312 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2460 mm |
