1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1964 Austin A 90 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 612 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 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 90 | 312 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
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 | 120 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |