1984 Audi 200 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 200 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 200 | 311 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 253 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |