2005 Mazda AZ vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 353 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda AZ (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 353. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda AZ (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda AZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | AZ | 353 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
