1980 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 14 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 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Rabbit | 353 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1457 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
