1962 Wartburg 311 vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Wartburg 311 | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 311 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
