2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Panda | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |