2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 19 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 58 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.
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 Citroen C3 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | C3 | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |