1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 616 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
