1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 512 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 500 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Polo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2470 mm |