1996 Audi A3 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. 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, 1996 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A3 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |