1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 95 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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 55 | 312 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |