1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 135 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | 1100 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
