1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 34 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Applause | 311 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |