1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 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 31 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Charade | 311 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
