1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 14 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 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Charmant | 311 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
