1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Austin Maestro (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Maestro | 311 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
