1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 107 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1969 Fiat 124 (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 124 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Polo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |