1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 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 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 146 | 312 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |