1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 44 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 205 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 145 | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |