1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 33 | 312 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |