1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1986 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1986 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2340 mm |
