2002 Toyota FXS vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FXS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1957 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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota FXS | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | FXS | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4290 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
