2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 436 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Sonata | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
