1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 58 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic weights approximately 277 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
| Model | 311 | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |
