1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1964 Wartburg 311 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Giulietta | 311 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 43 L |
