1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Cuore | 312 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| 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 | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2460 mm |
