2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1955 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda B2500 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | B2500 | 312 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2460 mm |