1990 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. 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 1990 Fiat 126. 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 (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat 126 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:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 126 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
