2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 1960 Wartburg 311 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Corsa | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 43 L |
