2001 Acura RSX vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 296 kg more than 1964 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, 2001 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Acura | Wartburg |
| Model | RSX | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
