1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 33 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
