2006 Mazda 3 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 41 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 350 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 3 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 3 | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
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 | 1310 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 |