2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
