1994 Honda Legend vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1994 Honda Legend 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 590 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 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Legend | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Legend | 353 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
