1999 Acura Integra vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 33 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura Integra weights approximately 210 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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353. 1999 Acura Integra 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. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Acura | Wartburg |
| Model | Integra | 353 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
