1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 695 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 312 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Wartburg | Saab |
Model | 312 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |