2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Spark | 311 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
