1979 Mazda 616 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 616 | 312 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |