1995 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 745 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Hi-Ace | 312 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
