1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1417 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Cabriolet | Touareg |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 100 L |