1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1963 Wartburg 312 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1963 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, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Wartburg |
Model | 100 | 312 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |