1991 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 75 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |
