1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 31 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Applause | 312 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |