2002 Daihatsu Move vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Move is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Move (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Move | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Move | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
