1996 Audi A3 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (100 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1965 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, 1996 Audi A3 (136 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A3 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
