1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 575 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
