2006 Subaru Outback vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 48 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 589 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | Outback | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
