2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1965 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 147 | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |