1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 258 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
