1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1965 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1965 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Mazda | Trabant |
| Model | 323 | Universal |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
