1971 Ford 17 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1971 Ford 17 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford 17 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford 17 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1965 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, 1971 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford 17 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | 17 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 43 L |
