2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 525 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Stilo | 353 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1485 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
