1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Austin Allegro (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Allegro | 312 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
