2008 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353.
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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Honda | Wartburg |
Model | Accord | 353 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 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 Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |