1969 Ford Capri vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 15 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Capri | 311 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
