1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 15 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 330 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | Quattro | 312 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |