1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1959 Alpine A 106 is newer by 4 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 904 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alpine A 106 (37 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alpine | Wartburg |
| Model | A 106 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
