1990 Nissan Santana vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 24 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Santana weights approximately 110 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, 1990 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Santana | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Santana | 312 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
