1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 28 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 240 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Corsica | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
