1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1955 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 145 | 312 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 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 |