1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 182 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 1962 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cabriolet | Polo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
