1978 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1962 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, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 100 | 311 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |