1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 1978 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 131 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
