2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Laputa (52 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible weights approximately 126 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
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, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Laputa | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | Laputa | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
