1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 43 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 440 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Wartburg | Seat |
| Model | 312 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2642 mm |
