1968 Innocenti C vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti C would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti C. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 394 kg more than 1968 Innocenti C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti C | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | C | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
