2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Sirion | 311 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |