1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Spider | 311 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
