2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 481 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Wartburg |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
