1971 Renault 10 vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1971 Renault 10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 10 (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 10 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1971 Renault 10.
Because 1971 Renault 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | 10 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
