2004 Mazda Demio vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Mazda Demio 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Demio | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | Demio | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
