1997 Rover 800 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1997 Rover 800 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 535 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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353. 1997 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1966 Wartburg 353 has manual transmission. 1966 Wartburg 353 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 800 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Rover | Wartburg |
| Model | 800 | 353 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
