2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Charade | 311 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |