2002 Audi S3 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 47 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 463 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi S3 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | S3 | 312 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |