1988 Mazda 323 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1988 Mazda 323 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 323 (66 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mazda 323 (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 323 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 323 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
