2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 147 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Fiesta | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 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 | 99 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
