1993 Opel Corsa vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Corsa | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
