2006 Renault Clio vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 48 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 60 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, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Clio | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
