1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 8 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), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 40 | 312 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
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 | 81 Nm | 82 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 | 762 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |