2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 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 Yaris (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Toyota | Wartburg |
| Model | Yaris | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
