1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1981 Austin Maxi is newer by 16 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Austin Maxi (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Maxi weights approximately 25 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, 1981 Austin Maxi (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Maxi | 312 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
