2004 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 03-Sep | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Saab | Wartburg |
| Model | 03-Sep | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
