1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Volkswagen Polo (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cabriolet | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
