1999 Audi TT vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 380 kg more than 1955 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | TT | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
