2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 528 kg more 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Wartburg |
| Model | Passat | 353 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
