1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 769 kg more than 1983 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Fiat 126 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 1983 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 126 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
