1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1964 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Wartburg 312 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Wartburg 312 (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | Chante | 312 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 900 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
