1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 163 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 1200 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 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
