1967 Wartburg 312 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Wartburg 312 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Wartburg | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 312 | 156 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |