1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125.
Because 1967 Fiat 125 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 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1967 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 125 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 125 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 160 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 | 1010 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
