1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 215 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 323 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
