2005 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 115 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Civic | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
