1977 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Audi 100 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 100 | 312 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |