1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1964 Austin A 40 is newer by 9 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 40 (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 40 | 312 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |