1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1958 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
