1967 Wartburg 353 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1967 Wartburg 353 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1967 Wartburg 353 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Wartburg 353 (49 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 353 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 353.
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, 1967 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Wartburg 353 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Wartburg |
| Model | 353 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 40 L |
