1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 16 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 128 kg more than 1965 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | Cosmo | 311 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
