2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 46 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Sirion | 311 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
