1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 33 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 988 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Cuore | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
