1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 370 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Prelude | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
