1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 440 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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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 6C | 312 |
Year Released | 1949 | 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 | 104 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |