2002 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 272 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Focus | 353 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 43 L |
