1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1957 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 121 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
