1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1964 Austin A 40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 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, 1958 Wartburg 312 (49 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 40 | 312 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 82 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 970 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 |