1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1100 (49 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
