2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 140 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 (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Sirion | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
| 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 | 830 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
