1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1344 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
