1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 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 7 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (50 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Peugeot 205 | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Peugeot | Wartburg |
Model | 205 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |