1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 17 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
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, 1983 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Uno | 353 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
