1995 Opel Corsa vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Opel Corsa.
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, 1995 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Corsa | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Corsa | 311 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |