1996 Subaru Legacy vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (155 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 440 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (210 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Legacy | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | Legacy | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
