1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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 (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Fiesta | 312 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 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 | 43 L |