1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 32 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Maestro (66 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Maestro | 311 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 970 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 |
