1990 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 117 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.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Volkswagen Golf | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
Model | Golf | 353 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |