1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 33 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 33 | 312 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |