1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Alfasud | 311 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
