1996 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Golf | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Golf | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
