1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 1,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 8V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 388 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Because 1952 Fiat 8V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Fiat 8V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 8V | Touran |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
