1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1961 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1961 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Fellow | 312 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
