2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | YRV | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
