1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 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 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 78 kg more than 1963 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | Spider | 312 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
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 | 81 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 |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |