1954 Vauxhall Cresta vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta 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 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cresta | Polo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
