2000 Kia Joice vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 42 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 415 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Kia | Wartburg |
| Model | Joice | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
