1999 Ford Ka vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Ka | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Ka | 312 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |