1985 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 127 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 850 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
