1983 Ford Escort vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Ford Escort is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Escort (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 1957 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, 1983 Ford Escort (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Escort | 312 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
