1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 38 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aspire (63 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Wartburg | Ford |
| Model | 311 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
