1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 32 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 323 (56 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 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, 1990 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 323 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
