2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (119 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 6 | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |