1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312, 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, 1964 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Cortina | 312 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
