1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 663 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
