1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 40 (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 40 | 312 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |