1964 Wartburg 311 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1964 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Wartburg 311 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 311 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
