1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 17 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 110 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 929 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
