1965 Wartburg 311 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (144 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Wartburg 311 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Wartburg | Mazda |
Model | 311 | 6 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 144 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |