2008 Mazda 3 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1955 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 3 | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 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 | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |