2006 Renault Megane vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 294 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 Megane (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Megane | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
