1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 128 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 128 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
