1997 Ford Ka vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1997 Ford Ka is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ka (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ka | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Ka | 311 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
