1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | Alfasud | 311 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |