2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 45 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Atos (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Atos | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
