1974 Ford Capri vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (54 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 15 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Capri | 311 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
