2009 Renault Clio vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 258 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Clio | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 993 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 | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
