1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 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, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 929 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
