1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 500. 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 (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 820 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 500 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 850 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2860 mm |