1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1967 Wartburg 312 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 70 | 312 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |