1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 130 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 75 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 75 | 311 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |