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Wartburg 353

General information

ModelWartburg 353
Year1966
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating49.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size991 ccm (60.47 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement991 ccm (60.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power50.70 PS (37 kW or 50 HP) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Max torque96.00 Nm (9.8 kgf-m or 70.8 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
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0563 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4010 litres (1,059 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight900 kg (1,984.2 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)
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