1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1975 Alpine A 310 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Because 1975 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alpine A 310 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alpine | Wartburg |
Model | A 310 | 311 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
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 | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |