1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 409 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 (123 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 176 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 | 680 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
