1971 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. 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 1971 Fiat 127. 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 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
