2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 135 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
