1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 41 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 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 202 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1287 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 128 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2893 mm |