1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | Alfetta | 312 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |