1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 353 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ford Vedette (66 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 225 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Vedette | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Vedette | 353 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |