1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alpine | Wartburg |
| Model | A 310 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
