1966 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 662 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Wartburg | Ford |
| Model | 311 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
