1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 Mazda 818 is newer by 17 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 818 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
