1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1964 Austin A 60 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 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, 1964 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 60 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 60 | 312 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |