1996 Honda Today vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 30 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 353 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 353 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 353. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Today | 353 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |