1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 70 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 34 L |
