1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Festiva | 312 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |