1994 Mini MK VI vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1994 Mini MK VI is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mini MK VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mini MK VI (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mini MK VI should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Mini MK VI.
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, 1961 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mini MK VI | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mini | Wartburg |
| Model | MK VI | 312 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
