2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 47 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Charade | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 970 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
