1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | RX-4 | 311 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |