1998 Nissan Sentra vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sentra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Sentra | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Sentra | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
