2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 11 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), 2000 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Because 2000 Ginetta G34 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Ginetta | Wartburg |
| Model | G34 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1500 mm |
