1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Tempra | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Tempra | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |