1977 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 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 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1966 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 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 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 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Audi 100 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 100 | 312 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |