2003 Suzuki Samurai vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 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, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Samurai | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Wartburg |
| Model | Samurai | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
