2001 Kia Visto vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 25 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 895 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Visto weights approximately 114 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, 2001 Kia Visto (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Visto | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visto | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
