2001 Ford Focus vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 38 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 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, 2001 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Focus | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
