2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1986 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 690 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1986 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
