1991 Ford Probe vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Ford Probe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Probe (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Probe weights approximately 280 kg more than 1958 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, 1991 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Probe | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Probe | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
