1956 Porsche 356 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 112 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356.
Because 1956 Porsche 356 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 1956 Porsche 356. 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, 1956 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 356 | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 356 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 34 L |
