1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 40 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
