2009 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 207 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Civic | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |