2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Polo (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
