2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Fiesta | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4050 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |