1975 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escort | 312 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
