2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 790 kg more than 1955 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, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Optra | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
