1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 11 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Consorte | 312 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
