1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 156 | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |