1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 947 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 131 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2444 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2893 mm |