2003 Honda City vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Honda City 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda City weights approximately 250 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 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda City | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | City | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
