1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 312 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 55 (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1965 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 55 | 312 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 81 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |