1984 Ford Orion vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Orion | 311 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
