1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1957 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 155 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
