1996 Audi A4 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 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 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 312 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2598 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |