2007 Mazda Tribute vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Mazda Tribute is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 693 kg more than 1957 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 Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Tribute | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | Tribute | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
