1998 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 40 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (168 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 580 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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Saab 05-Sep | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Saab | Wartburg |
| Model | 05-Sep | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
