1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 41 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 197 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124.
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, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | Polo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |