1989 Austin Montego vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 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, 1989 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | Montego | 312 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |