1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 124 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1967 Fiat 124 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 1967 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Polo |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |