1973 Mazda 818 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1973 Mazda 818 is newer by 8 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 818 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 818 | 311 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |