1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1962 Wartburg 311 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1962 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, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 95 | 311 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
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 | 92 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |