1986 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 1960 Wartburg 311 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Cuore | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Cuore | 311 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2460 mm |
