1991 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 32 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 440 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, 1991 Audi 80 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 80 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 80 | 311 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |