1959 MG MGA vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 311 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | MG | Wartburg |
| Model | MGA | 311 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
