1996 Ford Tracer vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Ford Tracer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Tracer weights approximately 6 kg more than 1957 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, 1996 Ford Tracer (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Tracer | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Tracer | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
