2004 Mazda 6 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 6 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
