2002 Proton Tiara vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Proton Tiara is newer by 36 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Proton Tiara.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Proton Tiara (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Tiara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton Tiara | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Proton | Wartburg |
| Model | Tiara | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
