1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Fiesta | 312 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |