1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 625 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 177 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 | 445 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
