2006 Saturn ION vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 48 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 480 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Saturn | Wartburg |
Model | ION | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |