1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 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 30 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 230 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Charade | 312 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| 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 | 37 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 82 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| 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 | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
