2000 Renault P55 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Renault P55 is newer by 44 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. Both 2000 Renault P55 and 1956 Wartburg 311 are equipped with a 900 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault P55 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault P55 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault P55 weights approximately 810 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, 2000 Renault P55 (260 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 2000 Renault P55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault P55 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | P55 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
