2005 Toyota Prius vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Toyota Prius is newer by 42 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Prius weights approximately 390 kg more than 1963 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 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Prius | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Prius | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
