1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 190 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 1968 Mazda Luce 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 Mazda Luce. 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | Luce | 353 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 43 L |