2008 Mazda 3 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1956 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 3 | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |