Country Facts:
Austria vs. Portugal
Learn about the similarities and differences between Austria and Portugal by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Austria vs. Portugal - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Austria is 32 383 mi², while the surface area of Portugal is 35 556 mi². This means that the area of Portugal is 9.8% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Austria has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Portugal has a coastline of 1 114.1 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Austria is Vienna, with a population of about 1 805 680 people. In contrast, the largest city in Portugal is Lisbon, where the population is 545 245.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Austria is Großglockner, its height is 12 461 ft. The highest peak in Portugal is Ponta do Pico on Pico Island, which rises to a height of 7 713 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Austria, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.9°F and was recorded in Bad Deutsch-Altenburg, while in Portugal the highest temperature was 117.3°F and was recorded in Amareleja, Beja.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Austria, the lowest temperature ever measured was -62.7°F and was recorded in Grünloch doline, while in Portugal, the lowest temperature was 3.2°F and was recorded in Penhas da Saúde, Covilhã Municipality Miranda do Douro.
Society
Austria vs. Portugal - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Austria is about 9 006 398, while Portugal is home to 10 196 709 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 82.1 years in Austria and 81.3 years in Portugal.
Average age
The average age is 44.5 years in Austria and 44.6 years in Portugal.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.32% in Austria and -0.23% in Portugal.
Literacy
Literacy is 98.0% in Austria and 96.1% in Portugal.
Language
In Austria, the main language is German, and in Portugal the primary language is Portuguese.
Religion
In Austria, the main religion is Christianity; in Portugal, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Austria: 55 649 Int$. Portugal: 34 091 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Austria: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Portugal: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).
Driving side
Austria has right-hand traffic, Portugal has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Austria - May, June, July, August; Portugal - June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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