1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 26 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Ascona | 353 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
