1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 35 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1958 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 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alpine | Wartburg |
| Model | A 610 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
