2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 50 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 270 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 3 | 311 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |