1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 32 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 240 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 164 | 311 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |