1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
