1975 Audi 50 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 50 (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Audi 50.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 50 | 311 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |