2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1955 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 156 | 311 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |