1966 Wartburg 353 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 455 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Wartburg 353 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Wartburg | Seat |
Model | 353 | Leon |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 96 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |