1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Sprint | 312 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
