1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
