2004 Kia Visto vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Visto | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Kia | Wartburg |
Model | Visto | 312 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |