2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Sirion | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 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 | 120 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |