1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (39 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fellow | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 59 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2400 mm |
