1975 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1975 Audi 100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 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 35 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 100 | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 100 | 311 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |