1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 325 kg more than 1960 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Beretta | 311 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
