1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 295 kg more than 1961 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | Luce | 312 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 900 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
