2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 166 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 43 L |
