1967 Fiat 600 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 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
