1959 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1967 Wartburg 353 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Wartburg 353 (49 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 353 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Escort 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 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 353, 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, 1967 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escort | 353 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 44 L |
