1994 Mazda 121 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1994 Mazda 121 is newer by 28 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Mazda 121.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 121 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 121 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 121 | 312 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |