1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 146 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
