1993 Renault 19 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1993 Renault 19 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Renault 19.
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, 1993 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 19 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | 19 | 353 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
