1977 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 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 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Audi 100 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 100 | 312 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |