1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1962 Fiat 1100 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 1962 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Volkswagen Polo (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
