1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 31 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 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Vivace (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1997 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Vivace | 353 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
