1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Anglia | 311 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 75 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 43 L |