1983 Audi 80 vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Audi 80.
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, 1983 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | 80 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
