1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 612 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Fiat 130 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 130 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2893 mm |