1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 590 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 850 | Polo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |