1981 Audi 80 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | 80 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
