1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1100 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1100 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |