2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 194 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Fiesta | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
