1985 Audi 100 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | 100 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
