1989 Audi 100 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 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 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | 100 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| 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 | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
