1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 146 | 312 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |