2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 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 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
Model | Charade | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
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 | 95 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |