1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Wartburg | Saab |
| Model | 312 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
