1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 22 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Allegro (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Austin Allegro.
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, 1961 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Allegro | 312 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
