1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Alfasud | 311 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
