2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 697 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | B4000 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |
