2006 Audi A3 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1957 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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A3 | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |