2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy is newer by 51 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Galaxy (143 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 755 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, 2009 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Galaxy | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Galaxy | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 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 | 203 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
