1965 Ford Anglia vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1965 Ford Anglia is newer by 7 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Wartburg 312 (49 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1965 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, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Anglia | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Anglia | 312 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
