1996 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 280 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Corsica | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
