1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1963 Wartburg 312 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1963 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Wartburg 312 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Bee | 312 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 900 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2460 mm |