1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1980 Fiat 127 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 127 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1980 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
