1997 Fiat Coupe vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Coupe | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
