1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1967 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Wartburg 312 (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 106 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Taft | 312 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |