1975 Audi 100 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312

To start off, 1975 Audi 100 is newer by 20 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 90 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, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Audi 100 1955 Wartburg 312
Make Audi Wartburg
Model 100 312
Year Released 1975 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2460 mm


 

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