1975 Austin Marina vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 Austin Marina is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Austin Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Marina | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | Marina | 312 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |