1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1964 Wartburg 311 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1964 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Prefect | 311 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |
