1996 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 36 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 317 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, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Beretta | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
