1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 257 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1200 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1200 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 100 L |