1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1966 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, 1950 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Austin | Wartburg |
Model | A 40 | 312 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |