1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 641 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
