1999 Audi TT vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 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, 1999 Audi TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi TT | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | TT | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |