1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1957 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Giulia | 312 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
