1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 261 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
