1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 16 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Fiesta | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |