1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 310 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alpine | Wartburg |
| Model | A 310 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
