2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1962 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | U4 B | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |