1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 312 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Wartburg | Mazda |
Model | 312 | 6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |