2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 43 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 70 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 3 | 311 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 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 | 187 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |