1960 Fiat 600 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 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 600 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 600. 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 (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
