2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 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 13 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
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, 1967 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Atos | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
