1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Austin Maestro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Maestro | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | Maestro | 312 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |