1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 1000 (66 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Because 1970 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Mazda 1000 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda 1000 | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 1000 | 353 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 103 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |