2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 40 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 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 353 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
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, 1966 Wartburg 353 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Matiz | 353 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 44 L |
