1998 Volkswagen Gol vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
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, 1966 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Gol | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Gol | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
