1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (105 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (136 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | MX-3 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
