2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 42 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 306 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 147 | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |