1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Optra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 1425 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 Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Optra 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 Optra | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
| Model | 312 | Optra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1598 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 |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
