2003 Subaru R2 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 45 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru R2 (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru R2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | R2 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
