1999 Mazda Demio vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Mazda Demio is newer by 36 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Demio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Demio weights approximately 20 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, 1999 Mazda Demio (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda Demio | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | Demio | 312 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |