1978 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 12 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 150 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, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | 100 | 353 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
