2005 Kia Opirus vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 800 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Opirus | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Kia | Wartburg |
| Model | Opirus | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
