1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | GT | 312 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 81 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
