1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | Alfa 6 | 311 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |