2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 54 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Cobalt | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
