1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 114 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1400 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
