1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1968 Fiat 600 is newer by 2 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 353 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 353 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 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 1968 Fiat 600. 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 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | 600 | 353 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |