1972 Audi Variant vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1972 Audi Variant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1955 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, 1972 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | Variant | 311 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
