1981 Ford Laser vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1981 Ford Laser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Laser | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Laser | 312 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |