1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Charade | 311 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
