1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Fiesta (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Fiesta | 311 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
