2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1956 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 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Aveo | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
