2005 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Spark (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Spark | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Spark | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 992 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 970 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
