2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1986 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 21 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 226 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1986 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio II | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
