1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1955 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 312 | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
| Model | 312 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
