1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1955 Wartburg 311 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 135 | 311 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |