1996 Ford Ka vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ka (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka.
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, 1996 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Ka | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
