1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aspire (63 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Aspire | 311 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |
