1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 56 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 205 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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
| Model | 312 | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2479 mm |
