2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 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 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 156 | 311 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |