2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Wartburg 311 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Cuore | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
