1993 Renault Clio vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 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, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Clio | 311 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
