Wartburg 353 Knight

Wartburg 353 Knight - key facts

  • Introduced in 1971, the end came for the Wartburg 353 Knight in 1988.
  • The 3 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 50 bhp.
  • Maximum speed of the Wartburg 353 Knight was 84 mph.
Wartburg 353 Knight Specifications
From 1971
Until 1988
Bodywork
Body StyleSaloon/Estate
Dimensions
Length13ft 10in4m
Kerb Weight1952lb/0.871ton885kg
Engine
Engine displacement991cc60cu in
Cylinders3
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Power Output50bhp @ 4250rpm49PS @ 4250rpm
Specific Output50bhp/litre0.83bhp/cu in
Torque Output69lbft @ 3000rpm94Nm @ 3000rpm
Specific Torque94Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight57bhp/ton
Standing Qtr mile21 seconds
Top speed84mph135km/h
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsFront
Front SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
BrakesDrums front and rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual
Number of gears4
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