1992 Renault 19 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | 19 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
