1987 Audi 80 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1966 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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi 80 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 80 | 312 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |