1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 957 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tipo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
