1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 8 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1400 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
