2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1030 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 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Jazz | 353 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |