1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1994 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
