1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 250 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.

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