1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 70 (63 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | A 70 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
