2004 Holden Berlina vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 47 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 680 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, 2004 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Berlina | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | Berlina | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
