1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 44 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 1,421 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 634 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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 (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
