1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Fiesta | 353 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 44 L |
