2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1957 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B2300 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | B2300 | 312 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 82 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |