1980 Audi 80 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 80 (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | 80 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
