1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 17 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 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 70 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Alfasud | 312 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 |
