1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1400 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
