1970 Ford 17 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Ford 17 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 17 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1955 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, 1970 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | 17 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
