2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 50 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 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 103 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Aveo | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
