1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 678 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
