1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 16 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Alfasud | 311 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
