2005 Renault Clio vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 440 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Clio | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
