1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1955 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | RX-01 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
