1972 Peugeot 304 vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 304. (95 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Peugeot 304 | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
Model | 304 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |