2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1963 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Polo | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
