2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Corsa | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Corsa | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |