1964 Wartburg 311 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 44 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 415 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Wartburg 311 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Wartburg | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 311 | 156 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 174 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |