1999 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 165 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Civic | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
