2002 Morgan 4 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 14 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Morgan 4 weights approximately 20 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.
Because 2002 Morgan 4 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 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2002 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Morgan 4 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Morgan | Wartburg |
Model | 4 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |