1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 3 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 1900 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
