1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible weights approximately 146 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Charade | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
