1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 311 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
