2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Sirion | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
