1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 480 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Abarth 595 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 1970 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Abarth | Wartburg |
| Model | 595 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
