1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 57 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (74 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Twingo (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Wartburg | Renault |
| Model | 312 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
