1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 78 kg more than 1955 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | Spider | 311 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |