1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 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 | 570 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
