2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 54 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (104 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Aveo | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
