1973 DAF 66 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1973 DAF 66.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | DAF | Wartburg |
| Model | 66 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
