1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe.

Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat Coupe 2009 Volkswagen Polo
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Coupe Polo
Year Released 1966 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2279 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 201 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 75.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 76.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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