1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133.
Because 1979 Fiat 133 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 1979 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 133 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |
