1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312

To start off, 1963 Austin A 99 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1955 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Austin A 99 1955 Wartburg 312
Make Austin Wartburg
Model A 99 312
Year Released 1963 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 900 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 107 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 6.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2460 mm


 

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