1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 33 | 312 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |