1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 3 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 2000 | 312 |
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 |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |