2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 52 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 150 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Fiesta | 311 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |