1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1965 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 145 | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |