1989 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1959 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 100 | 311 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |