1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 750 (43 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 135 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 | 535 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
