2005 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 338 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Ford Focus (171 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Focus | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
