2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 156 | 311 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |