2007 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 44 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 540 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Caddy | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
