1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 34 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 80 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 155 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
