1996 Audi A4 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 35 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 305 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, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 312 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |