1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | Alfa 6 | 312 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |