1968 Audi 100 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1968 Audi 100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | 100 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
