1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 174 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Punto | 353 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 44 L |
