1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1961 Wartburg 312 is newer by 7 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 (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 140 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, 1961 Wartburg 312, 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 (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | Giulietta | 312 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |