1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1963 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda 626 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 626 | 312 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |