1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 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 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Datsun | Wartburg |
| Model | 100A Cherry | 311 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 899 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 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |
