1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | Giulietta | 312 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
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 | 82 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 |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |