2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Sedici (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici 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, 2007 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedici | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
