1970 Audi 100 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 Audi 100 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1955 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, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 100 | 312 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |