2009 Audi TT vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 420 kg more than 1991 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 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | TT | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
