2007 Audi A3 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1960 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1960 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A3 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
