1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist 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 1 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Punto | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |