2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 222 kg more than 1958 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Fusion | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
