1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Innocenti Elba | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | Elba | Polo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.4 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |