1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 296 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Wartburg | Ford |
Model | 312 | Focus |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |