1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 468 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 128 | Touran |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |