2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 54 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Charade | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |