1955 MG MGA vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1959 Wartburg 311 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1955 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 MG MGA | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | MG | Wartburg |
| Model | MGA | 311 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
