1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 38 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 655 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Fellow | Polo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |