1961 Wartburg 311 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 284 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Wartburg 311 | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
| Model | 311 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
