2006 Opel Astra vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 43 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 555 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, 2006 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Astra | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |
