1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Giulia | 311 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
