2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 3 | 312 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |