1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1986 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 1986 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 25.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 100 L |
