1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 386 kg more than 1967 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Honda | Wartburg |
| Model | Prelude | 353 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
