1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 578 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
