2005 Opel Astra vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 47 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 221 kg more than 1958 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 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Astra | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
