1975 Renault 12 vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 Renault 12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1975 Renault 12.
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, 1975 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 12 | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | 12 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |
