1985 Austin Montego vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 120 kg more than 1955 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 Austin Montego (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Montego | 312 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
