2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 390 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 GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | GTV | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
