1988 Austin Montego vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 22 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 156 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, 1988 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | Montego | 312 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 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 |