2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fiesta (79 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 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, 2004 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Fiesta | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
