2001 Honda Stream vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 35 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 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 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 Honda Stream (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Stream | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Stream | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
