2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1956 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 156 | 311 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |