2009 Ford Focus vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (143 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Focus | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
