1989 Ford Capri vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 132 kg more than 1955 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Capri | 312 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
