2001 Audi AL2 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Audi AL2 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi AL2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi AL2 (75 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi AL2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Audi AL2.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi AL2 (330 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2001 Audi AL2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi AL2 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | AL2 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
