2009 Mazda 2 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 54 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
| Model | 2 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
