1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1616 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 850 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 850 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |