2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 2 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
