2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Cuore | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |
