1998 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 41 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 380 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, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Saab 03-Sep | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Saab | Wartburg |
Model | 03-Sep | 312 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |