1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 145 | 311 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |