2004 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 46 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 405 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, 2004 Audi A4 (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 312 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |