1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 20 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Alfasud | 311 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
