1991 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 25 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 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 100 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 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 75 | 353 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |
