1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Wartburg 311 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 1900 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
