1996 Ford Royale vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Ford Royale is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Royale | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
