2009 Fiat Multipla vs. 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2009 Fiat Multipla is newer by 20 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), 2009 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Multipla (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 420 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, 2009 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Multipla | 1989 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
Model | Multipla | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 118 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |