1999 Fiat Coupe vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Coupe | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Polo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |