2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 465 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 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | Legacy | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
