1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 75 | 311 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |