1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 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, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Ulysse | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Ulysse | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
