1968 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Mini Moke 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 23 more horse power than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Mini Moke | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Morris | Wartburg |
| Model | Mini Moke | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
