2006 Opel Agila vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Agila (69 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 230 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 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Agila | 353 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 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 | 1130 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |
