1976 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1489 kg more than 1976 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 127 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
