1976 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 11 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 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 100 | 311 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2142 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |