1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1963 Alpine A 110 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1963 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alpine | Wartburg |
| Model | A 110 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2460 mm |
