1992 Holden Barina vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1992 Holden Barina is newer by 27 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | Barina | 312 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
