1952 Ford Consul vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 311 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 311 (50 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Consul weights approximately 75 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Because 1952 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Consul | 311 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 50 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
