1993 Holden Barina vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Holden Barina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | Barina | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
