2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 42 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 130 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Grande Punto | 353 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 1090 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
