1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 312 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 312 (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Renault Dauphine | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Dauphine | 312 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
