1982 Audi 80 vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. 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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | 80 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
