1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1962 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, 1976 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 818 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 900 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 | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
