2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 18 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 710 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | 159 | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
