1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 999 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 130 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
