1981 Fiat 126 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1719 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 126 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
