1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 540 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.
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1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 6C | 312 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2442 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |