2001 Renault Megane vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Megane weights approximately 145 kg more than 1955 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, 2001 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Megane | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
