2001 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Cavalier | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
