1999 Renault Spider vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Spider weights approximately 36 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Spider | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | Spider | 312 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |