2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 474 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. 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 Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Mondeo | 311 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |