1997 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1957 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, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 312 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |