1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Giulietta | 312 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
