1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 189 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
