1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Camaro | 353 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
