1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | GTA | 311 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
