1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 454 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
