1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 43 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (203 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 425 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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Wartburg | Saab |
| Model | 312 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
