2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 44 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 987 cc, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 220 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Charade | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |
