1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 312 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 69 L |
