1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (129 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 33 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
