1981 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1617 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Panda | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Touareg |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |