1989 Renault 19 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 19 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | 19 | 311 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |