1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 922 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Fiat 130 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model 130 Touareg
Year Released 1976 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3238 cc 4921 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 308 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 750 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 95.5 mm
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1602 kg 2524 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L


 

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