2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1962 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 6 | 311 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |