1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Fiesta | 353 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
