1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 33 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
