1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
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, both vehicles can yield 81 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Datsun | Wartburg |
Model | 100A Cherry | 311 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |