1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Charmant | 311 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
