1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 60 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 617 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 Bialbero. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bialbero | Polo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
