2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. 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 (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 156 | 312 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
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 | 120 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |