1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 353 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1966 Wartburg 353 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | Giulietta | 353 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 44 L |