1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1955 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Opti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Opti | 311 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |