1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 922 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1800 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |