1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 15 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1958 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Wartburg 312 (49 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 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, 1958 Wartburg 312 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | Chante | 312 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 992 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 970 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 |
