2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 353 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1966 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Charade | 353 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |