1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 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 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 170 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Charade | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
