1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
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 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 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 (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Alfasud | 312 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
