1990 Ford Orion vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 23 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Orion (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 141 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ford Orion (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Orion | 353 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
