2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 96 kg more than 1962 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2000 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Corsa | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Corsa | 311 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 43 L |