2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | Drifter | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |
