1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 38 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 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 455 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1198 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
