1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 12 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), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | GTA | 311 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
