1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1957 Wartburg 312 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1957 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 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 1900 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
