1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1539 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Fiat 133 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model 133 Touareg
Year Released 1978 2005
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 842 cc 3188 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 33 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 95.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 2229 kg
Vehicle Length 3460 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 3010 mm


 

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