1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1961 Wartburg 312 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 90 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 1956 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 90 | 312 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |