1976 Ford Capri vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1976 Ford Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Capri (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Capri weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Capri (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Capri | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Capri | 312 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
