2007 Honda Civic vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Civic | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |
