2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 160 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Terios | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
