2004 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 38 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 427 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Focus | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
