1975 Audi 80 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 20 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | 80 | 311 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
