1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1975 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1963 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, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | Cosmo | 312 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |