1997 Nissan Almera vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1997 Nissan Almera is newer by 39 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Almera weights approximately 85 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, 1997 Nissan Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Almera | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Almera | 312 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
