1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1960 Wartburg 311 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Giulietta | 311 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 43 L |
