2000 Audi S3 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1958 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | S3 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
