2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 186 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Corolla | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
