2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 38 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 590 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 166 | 312 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 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 |