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Wartburg 353 W

General information

ModelWartburg 353 W
Year1967
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating49.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size993 ccm (60.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement993 ccm (60.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power50.70 PS (37 kW or 50 HP) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Max torque98.00 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke73.5 x 78.0 mm (2.9 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed130.0 km/h (80.8 mph)
0-50 miles14.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0551 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4010 litres (1,059 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (401.6 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight924 kg (2,037.1 pounds)
Overall length4230 mm (166.5 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2460 mm (96.9 inches)
Fuel capacity44.0 litres (11.62 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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