1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 62 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Mirafiori | Polo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |