1976 Renault Siete vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1976 Renault Siete is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,037 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault Siete (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 Renault Siete.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault Siete | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Siete | 312 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
