1981 Audi UR vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | UR | 312 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |