1996 Toyota Carina vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 32 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 179 kg more than 1964 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 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Carina | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
